BofA to offer rentals as foreclosure alternativeBank of American unveils pilot program offering those facing foreclosure a chance to rent
By The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) ' Bank of America says it has a pilot program offering some of its mortgage customers who are facing foreclosure a chance to stay in their homes by becoming renters instead of owners.

The "Mortgage to Lease" program will only be available to fewer than 1,000 BofA customers selected by the bank in test markets in Arizona, Nevada and New York.

Participants will transfer their home's title to the bank, which will then forgive the outstanding mortgage debt. In exchange, they will be able to lease their home for up to three years at or below the rental market rate.